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Lula and Bolsonaro Clash in Fiery First Presidential Runoff Debate
The two rivals exchanged sharp attacks a week before Brazil's October 25 runoff vote, with no clear consensus on who gained the upper hand.
BRASILIA — Incumbent President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and former President Jair Bolsonaro traded barbs and policy accusations in Brazil's first presidential runoff debate on Sunday, a week ahead of the October 25 vote that will decide the nation's next leader.
The televised debate, broadcast nationally, saw both candidates interrupt each other repeatedly as they sparred over issues including inflation, public security, and the legacy of their respective administrations.
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